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New Orleans Mom offers a vibrant exploration of culinary delights and practical tips for families navigating the world of dining. This section not only showcases local cuisine but also provides insights on how to incorporate easy, family-friendly recipes into meal planning. From quick weeknight dinners to festive holiday treats, we aim to inspire busy parents with food and drink ideas the whole family will love.

Our team of local New Orleans contributors share their tried and true recipes like after-the-boil crawfish soup and homemade king cake to what to put in gumbo and a new twist on Mississippi pot roast. Moreover, the food and drink category emphasizes healthy eating habits through practical hacks. Tips on meal prepping through batch cooking and overnight oats and incorporating nutritious ingredients in quick and easy skillet recipes for weeknight meals for busy families.

New Orleans Mom is chock full of food and drink resources for moms in search of inspiration and guidance for meal preparation and dining experiences for their families. We blend the rich heritage of New Orleans cuisine with the modern needs of families, creating an inviting space for culinary exploration and community connection. Immerse yourself and uncover delightful ideas that unite families around the table!

Part II of II: Baking/Cake Mix tips from an Amateur cake decorator In part I, I explained how I came to be a cake decorator, and how it has become more than a hobby to me. Over the years, I've developed...
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With school and after school activities back in full swing we all need a few quick and easy dinners in our back pocket. Certain dinners lend themselves better to quick preparation, things like stir-fry, salad, seafood, breakfast for dinner,...
What's For Dinner Like most families, mine is on the go, something every night kind. I started weekly menu planning before we even had kids; it was something I had grown up with and it seemed to be one less...
Sushi Nami :: Metairie's New Kid-Friendly Japanese Restaurant Is Worth a Try! If you enjoy sushi but often avoid Japanese restaurants due to having kids or picky eaters, we have just the answer for you ... Sushi Nami is now...
We Tried Meal Kits and Took All the Stress Out of Nightly Dinner I really do not like to cook. It’s not that I can’t do it – I’m perfectly capable, having grown up in the kitchens of my Sicilian...
If you caught my recent takeover of New Orleans Mom’s Instagram, you may have noticed my toddler and me making cookies. A lot of people messaged me asking what kind they were, and since my son was pictured rolling...
TikTok Trending Recipes :: Protein Cookie Dough 2 Ways I'm not entirely what I searched for or liked in order for the TikTok algorithm to think I'm a fan of cottage cheese, but here we are. There's an inordinate amount...
B.Y.O.B. has a new meaning when it comes to weeknight family-pleasing meals: build your own bowl. I have been very lucky to have non-picky eaters for kids. I chalk it up to having diversity in cuisine at a very young...
I love a good crawfish recipe -- from bread to pasta and beyond, I've tried it. But if you're looking for a quick and easy dinner that'll knock your guests' socks off, look no further! This is my "quickie"...
Better-Than-Restaurant Spinach & Artichoke Dip (An Instant Pot Version, Too!) I love a good dip at a party. I used to have an old handwritten recipe for a copycat spinach & artichoke dip from a pretty famous local restaurant. I...
From the moment I found out I was expecting a daughter during my second pregnancy, my party-planning wheels began turning (just like this ambitious young lady's!). I browsed Pinterest for first birthday party themes and the adorable “One in...
Yes, you read that correctly. I gave up coffee—for the time being at least. Don’t get me wrong, I love coffee. I love the flavor. I love the comfort that comes with sipping from that steaming cup. I love...
As I've talked about before, I'm big into meal planning via freezer cooking. But sometimes, these pregnancy cravings I'm experiencing mean that the plan goes out the window for the evening. One such evening happened a few weeks ago. I...